SWIFT/BIC code MBBEMYKLPEN
MBBEMYKLPEN belongs to Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank) in Penang, Penang, Malaysia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MBBEMYKLPEN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MBBEMYKL |
| Branch code | PEN |
| Bank | Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Penang, Penang |
| Country | Malaysia |
How the Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MBBE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KL Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- PEN Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank uses SWIFT/BIC code MBBEMYKLPEN?
MBBEMYKLPEN identifies Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank), a unit of Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank) in Penang, Penang, Malaysia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use MBBEMYKLPEN incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MBBEMYKLPEN against the details from Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank) before you confirm.
What does each part of MBBEMYKLPEN stand for?
MBBE is the bank code of Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank), MY stands for Malaysia, KL is the location code and PEN identifies the department Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank).
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MBBEMYKLPEN, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Malaysia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use MBBEMYKL instead of MBBEMYKLPEN?
MBBEMYKL is the main office of Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank), while MBBEMYKLPEN is Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank). For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MBBEMYKLPEN.
How long does a transfer to Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank) take in Malaysia?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.